Vietnam is set on overhauling its legal framework to better support investment, economic growth, and technological advancement. Vietnamese Party General Secretary and President Tô Lâm emphasized the need for a legal system that’s both stable and adaptable during a recent meeting on institutional improvement and law enforcement in Hà Nội. The goal is to provide clarity and certainty for people and businesses regarding their rights and obligations while ensuring the system can respond effectively to new challenges such as technological evolution, climate change, and global integration.
Lâm highlighted the importance of connecting lawmaking with enforcement, measuring their effectiveness by how well they remove barriers to investment and business operations, lower compliance costs, and protect the rights of citizens and enterprises. He called for a thorough review of existing laws, particularly those that impede business activities, and urged authorities to address challenges within the reorganised state apparatus and the exercise of citizens’ rights.
Looking to the future, Lâm set ambitious targets for Vietnam’s legal framework. By 2030, measurable improvements should be in place, and by 2045, Vietnam aims to have a modern legal system bolstered by digital data and artificial intelligence, alongside a professional and transparent judiciary. He stressed the need for greater accountability in implementing laws, with each policy clearly identifying responsible agencies, required resources, implementation conditions, and expected results.
Lâm also advocated for a preventative approach to law enforcement, focusing on preventing violations and managing risks instead of relying primarily on punitive measures. He suggested leveraging digital transformation and data-based governance to improve compliance and reduce administrative costs, making civil and commercial dispute resolutions more efficient.